Better Sharing of Climate and Agriculture Research Information
Official: HB1904 — Improving Coordination of Agriculture Research and Data Act
Reading: The bill establishes new advisory structures (Climate Scientific Research Advisory Committee and Rural Climate Alliance Network) to coordinate agricultural climate research, creating a framework for climate-focused research and data sharing in the agricultural sector.
The goal is to make sure agricultural research and climate information reaches the farmers and communities that need it most.
In clear language
This federal bill aims to improve how agricultural research and climate data are shared and coordinated across the country. It creates two new groups—a Climate Scientific Research Advisory Committee and a Rural Climate Alliance Network—to help farmers and rural communities better understand and adapt to climate change. The goal is to make sure agricultural research and climate information reaches the farmers and communities that need it most.
How does this affect you?
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Who does this affect?
- Farmers and agricultural workers throughout New Jersey and the nation
- Rural communities that depend on farming and agriculture
- Researchers studying climate impacts on crops and livestock
- Government agencies that collect and share agricultural data
What can you do?
- If you farm or work in agriculture, look for updates about new resources and networks that may help you adapt to climate impacts
- Stay informed about how your local agricultural extension office shares climate and research information
- Support local farming initiatives that use climate-smart practices
Timeline
- March 6, 2025: Bill introduced in House
- March 28, 2025: Referred to Subcommittee on Conservation, Research, and Biotechnology
In the press
Coverage in The New York Times reports on farmers suing over deletion of climate data from government websites, directly relating to concerns about access to climate and agricultural information that the bill seeks to address.
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